Students in Western Kentucky are taking advantage of a phenomenal educational opportunity that’s available close to home. The University of Kentucky, in collaboration with West Kentucky Community and Technical College, offers studies leading to bachelor’s degrees from UK in Mechanical Engineering and Chemical Engineering. The Mechanical Engineering and Chemical Engineering programs, initiated in 1997, are accredited by the Engineering Accreditation Commission of ABET. They not only add to the range of opportunities for students but also meet the regional need for professional engineers in this highly industrialized part of the Commonwealth.